shear legs

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A form of derrick, consisting of three poles and a block and tackle, used to hoist and lower heavy weights, especially the masts of sailing ships.

Word forms

shear legs shearlegs sheerlegs sheer legs

Synonyms

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